film worn jerseys

[David]

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I second what Suave set. They are a legitimate auctioneer and the studios sell their stuff though Premier Props. They are essentially the agent for numerous studios, not unlike Steiner is for the Yankees etc. The Premier Prop LOAs that I have seen were co-signed and endorsed by the Studio, and sometimes signed by the studio president-- so the LOAs can be considered as also coming from the studios (ala Steiner-Mets). They also specifically note which ones were actually worn and which were not. I think the studios consign the stuff to raise funds for charities.

[David]

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As an example, I had an item from the Martin Scorsese movie The Aviator, and the accompanying Premier Props LOA was co-signed by Harvey Weinstein. Weinstein co-founded the studio (Marimax Films), and was Executive Producer of such films as Pulp Fiction, Lord of the Rings, Chicago and The English Patient.

I’m not saying all the LOAs have a signature on that magnitude, but the LOAs I have were signed by a studio representative of some kind.

[both-teams-played-hard]

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I realize I bring this up every time movie props are mentioned, so I will again. Movie studios are more shady than sports memorabilia auction houses. Of course they may auction legitimate props for charities but they also give LOAs to complete, utter, bullshit. If you want the real deal in screen worn sports jerseys, make sure it came from Sportsrobe of Culver City at some point.

An old article about movie props:
Trekkie claims auctioned prop was a fake
By DAVID B. CARUSO, Associated Press Writer Fri Dec 28, 7:04 PM ET

NEW YORK - A Trekkie who paid $6,000 for a poker visor that was supposedly worn by the android Data on the television show "Star Trek: The Next Generation" claims in a lawsuit against Christie's auction house that the prop is a fake.

Ted Moustakis, of Towaco, N.J., said he began to doubt the authenticity of the visor and other items he purchased at an auction of CBS Paramount props in 2006, after he brought it to a convention in August to have it autographed by the actor who played Data, Brent Spiner.

According to the lawsuit, Spiner recognized the visor as the one that had been sold by Christie's and told Moustakis that it wasn't the real deal. The actual visor had been sold by the actor himself some time ago.

Moustakis, who became a Star Trek fan at age 7, said he was humiliated. "I thought this was a great piece of memorabilia to have, and I was so proud to get it," he said.

Christie's spokesman Rik Pike stood behind the authenticity of the auction and said the disgruntled buyer's case had no merit.

The lawsuit, filed in state court in Manhattan, demands millions of dollars in punitive damages and a refund for the visor and two other items Moustakis bought at the 2006 auction: a table that was part of a set on "The Next Generation" and a uniform that was in Data's wardrobe.

Moustakis said he paid $6,600 for the table and $11,400 for the uniform. He said that, upon close inspection, the table doesn't look like the ones that appeared the show, and the uniform appeared to be one of several made for the program, not a one-of-a-kind, as Moustakis believed it to be.

"They defrauded collectors, fans, honest people," said Moustakis' lawyer, Richard Borzouye. "It's negligent misrepresentation."


Again, I am not an expert. But, please don't think because a studio wrote an LOA that it means that the item is as described.
Just like sports stuff, do your homework, and don't invest in an LOA that costs 5 and a half cents at Kinko's.

[barry-debi]

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Intreating thread. Any thoughts on authenticity and value? of this St. Louis Cardinals 1948 Pride of St. Louis Jersey. I do have a letter LOA from SCD for whatever that is worth. Possibly Larry Pelliccioni may have an opinion. Many thanks in advance.

[both-teams-played-hard]

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Intreating thread. Any thoughts on authenticity and value? of this St. Louis Cardinals 1948 Pride of St. Louis Jersey. I do have a letter LOA from SCD for whatever that is worth. Possibly Larry Pelliccioni may have an opinion. Many thanks in advance.

Now, that's a great item! The dated studio tag pretty much authenticates itself.
At least a $2,000+ jersey...

[Larry Pelliccioni]

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BTPH made a pretty good assessment in my opinion barry-debi. Items like these are pretty much "in the eye of the beholder." It is not so much of what you want to sell it for as it is what someone is willing to pay you for it. It is a rare item and from photos looks to be the real deal but market conditions, the economy and other forces come into play. The price will only be determined by dialogue between a seller who wants to sell and a buyer who wants to buy.
Larry Pelliccioni

[raider1088]

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i ttok a stab at one of priemier props ebay auctions yesterday.i won an auction for one of the slayers outfits from the movie gamers.it sold for a whole 99 cents + shipping.if it is what it says it is then i got a great deal.

[allstarsplus]

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BTPH made a pretty good assessment in my opinion barry-debi. Items like these are pretty much "in the eye of the beholder." It is not so much of what you want to sell it for as it is what someone is willing to pay you for it. It is a rare item and from photos looks to be the real deal but market conditions, the economy and other forces come into play. The price will only be determined by dialogue between a seller who wants to sell and a buyer who wants to buy.
Larry Pelliccioni

Larry - I would love to get some props from 61* and The Rookie. Let me know if you come across anything cool!

You are the best! See you at the next hockey show!

[ironmanfan]

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Larry - I would love to get some props from 61* and The Rookie. Let me know if you come across anything cool!

You are the best! See you at the next hockey show!

Andrew:

Wasn't there a movie filmed in DC this past summer which involved the Nationals? I wonder if any of that gear will ever surface?

[Larry Pelliccioni]

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Besides a Detroit Tigers batting helmet and the jersey worn by the actor playing Al Kaline, I did land a Washington Senators jersey of the actor portraying Chuck Hinton. As it worked out I was able to get the road jersey of the actor playing Al Kaline and had my source deliver to my older beloved brother out in SoCal at his favorite luncheon spot. It is a great memory in our brotherhood of over 6 decades.
Larry Pelliccioni

[allstarsplus]

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Andrew:

Wasn't there a movie filmed in DC this past summer which involved the Nationals? I wonder if any of that gear will ever surface?

I was actually an extra in the film so can't wait to see the movie and maybe get some props.

Here is the link:

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1341188/

Comic actors Owen Wilson and Paul Rudd teamed up on the big-screen - to star alongside Reese Witherspoon and Jack Nicholson in an upcoming romantic comedy in James L. Brooks latest movie, tentatively titled How Do You Know? to be released in 2010.


Rudd plays the part of a Washington businessman vying for Witherspoon's affections, while Owen Wilson is a Washington Nationals baseball pitcher out to steal her heart. Expect a cameo of Andrew Lang in some of the Nationals Park scenes! (LOL)

[barry-debi]

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Thanks again BTPH and Larry four your input.

[Larry Pelliccioni]

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You're welcome, that is what this board is intended to do and I enjoy the assisting of others so anytime I can, I promise to try.
And Andrew I cannot wait to see you on the silver screen! Lucky you did not bring Jakob, he would have stolen any scene he was cast in.
See you in DC in March.
Larry Pelliccioni

[jtnatalierica]

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Hi Larry, I was in the movie 61* and am friends with the guy who played Al Kaline. He is a teacher at L'anse Cruese North highschool in Harrison Twp., Michigan. He's also the baseball coach. I was the Tigers 3rd base coach who holds the runner coming to 3rd base, about half way thru the movie. I have some stuff from the movie, some sleeves, 2 fuzzy batting helmets 1 NY and 1 Tigers. The stuff was watched like a hawk and if someone stole a uniform, the guy assigned that jersey had to pay for it. We respected each other so as not to screw anyone out of pay. If you have anything from that movie, I'd be interested. My email is waelchli29808@yahoo.com. I'd like to speak to you about some other jerseys I have, a guard football jersey from the remake Longest Yard, a white jersey with the name Krisor on the back, and the whole Yankee uniform (grey) from the movie Cobb. Please contact when it is convenient. Thanks, Tom W.

[Larry Pelliccioni]

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Hello Tom,
Lanse Creuse North that is very cool for a kid who actually grew up in the Center Line School district.
The one thing I noticed about your friend is that he had Kaline's unmistakable trot as he ran, down pat.
I am in the book in Northville, call me when you want to.
Larry Pelliccioni